Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2003 Specialized Epic Marathon
Value Guide market data · 2003 Specialized Epic Marathon
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
54%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2003 Specialized Epic Marathon
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Epic model years
2026$6,324 - $7,344▲ 96% vs. 2003
2025$8,370 - $9,720▲ 159% vs. 2003
2024$6,510 - $7,560▲ 102% vs. 2003
2023$10,230 - $11,880▲ 217% vs. 2003
2022$7,998 - $9,288▲ 148% vs. 2003
2021$7,905 - $9,180▲ 145% vs. 2003
2020$10,249 - $11,902▲ 218% vs. 2003
2019$9,319 - $10,822▲ 189% vs. 2003
2018$9,300 - $10,800▲ 188% vs. 2003
2017$9,765 - $11,340▲ 203% vs. 2003
2016$10,695 - $12,420▲ 231% vs. 2003
2015$11,160 - $12,960▲ 246% vs. 2003
2014$9,765 - $11,340▲ 203% vs. 2003
2013$9,300 - $10,800▲ 188% vs. 2003
2012$9,765 - $11,340▲ 203% vs. 2003
2011$9,207 - $10,692▲ 185% vs. 2003
2010$8,184 - $9,504▲ 154% vs. 2003
2009$8,184 - $9,504▲ 154% vs. 2003
2008$6,417 - $7,452▲ 99% vs. 2003
2007$6,045 - $7,020▲ 87% vs. 2003
2006$6,603 - $7,668▲ 105% vs. 2003
2005$3,534 - $4,104▲ 10% vs. 2003
2004$3,534 - $4,104▲ 10% vs. 20032003$3,227 - $3,748Currently viewing2003 Epic Marathon lineup
Overview
About this bike
2003 Specialized Epic Marathon value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Fox Float F80X, 80mm travel
- Fork Material
- Aluminum, single crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Specialized M4 Aluminum
- Rear Shock
- Specialized BRAIN, 90mm travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano XTR
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-ES70, 118mm spindle
- Cassette
- 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Crankset
- Specialized Strong Arm, 22/32/44 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano XTR STI Dual Control
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano XTR Disc Brake brakes, Shimano XTR STI Dual Control levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Specialized XC LowRise
- Stem
- Aluminum threadless
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless aluminum
- Saddle
- Specialized Body Geometry
- Seatpost
- Aluminum, 34.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Specialized Stout, Rear: DT Swiss Onyx disc
- Rims
- Mavic X317 Disc, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 14/16/15ga. (2.0/1.7/1.8mm) double-butted
- Spoke Nipples
- Aluminum nipples
- Tires
- 26 x 2.20inch Specialized S-Works Roll-X
Pedals
- Pedals
- Shimano PD-M515 SPD
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Carbon
- Extensions
- Not included
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.